1. RELAVENT COURSEWORK
ALYSSA
GENTILE
PERMANENT ADDRESS:
137 Central Avenue
Hillsdale, NJ 07642
CAMPUS ADDRESS:
53 Colvin Circle
Troy, NY 12180
gentia3@rpi.edu  (201)-916-7667
Aerospace Structures and Materials| Fall 2016
 Studied stress, strain, and deflection of simple structures subjected to torsional, bending, and shear loadings
 Linked this analysis to the failure of structures and materials by yielding, fatigue, fracture, and buckling
Aerodynamics I | Fall 2016
 Studied the principles of fluid dynamics, theory of inviscid incompressible flow, thin airfoils, finite wings, compressible flow, and
compressible small-disturbance theory
Introduction to Engineering Design | Spring 2016
 Completed a mini and final project to study and experience the engineering design process, the basics of teamwork, proper
documentation, and the various communication skills necessary to succeed in the engineering field
Thermal and Fluids Engineering I | Spring 2016
 Studied and applied the fundamentals of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics to engineering problems
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a summer internship or research opportunity in the field of Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
Dual B.S. Degree in Aeronautical & Mechanical Engineering | Graduation: May 2018
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY
Aerospace Engineering Major Rank: 12/70 | Current GPA: 3.78/4.0
EDUCATION
Circle K, member: national Service organization | Fall 2015-Present
 volunteer at Witt’s End: a support group for families with autistic children
 volunteer at Albany Medical Children’s Hospital
 work in teams to brainstorm, plan, and organize various fundraisers
ACTIVITIES
HONORS
Programs/Software: Siemens NX9, SOLIDWORKS, expert in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher
Programming: Python, MATLAB
Machinery: familiar with 3D printers, CNC mills, lathes, drill presses, band saws, and soldering
SKILLS
RPI Dean’s List | Spring 2015, Fall 2015, Spring 2016
Patroon Scholar Award | Fall 2014-Present
Rensselaer Leadership Award | Fall 2014-Present
ADM Tronics Unlimited Inc., Engineering Intern | Summer 2016
 Performed failure analysis tests on a product, analyzed the acquired data and results, and proposed feasible solutions
 Improved communication skills by presenting project updates and writing technical reports for clients and the engineering team
 Created 3-D models and schematics for clients using SOLIDWORKS
 Conducted and prepared a competitive analysis for a new product
 Assisted in preparing a cost analysis for a new product
RPI Information Technology Department, Campus Operator | 2014-Present
 Develop communication and people skills by answering the campus phone and transferring callers to the necessary person or
department
 Complete basic office and organizational tasks
Aeon Fitness and Gymnastics, Instructor | 2011-Present
 Teach the sport of gymnastics to children aged 8 months to 18 years
 Ensure safety of children and promote children’s health
 Train new employees and encourage a healthy, safe, and considerate work environment
WORK EXPERIENCE